Strategies for stepping up the effectiveness of a job search

Job seekers may be doing many things right, but they can always make some improvements, recruiter Jenny Foss writes. Instead of just seeking out opportunities, candidates should track them to make follow-up easier, Foss notes. In addition, she advises job hunters to remain diligent with interview preparation and make every thank-you note personalized. "You'll show people that you were paying attention and that you're thinking about the specifics of the opportunity and how you factor in," she writes.